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LO12 HTJ

2012 Mercedes-benz C

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

151,234 mi
Last recorded151,234 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2024
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO12 HTJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2024 151,234 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Jul 2023 142,256 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 135,711 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged Rubbing on abs/pad warning wires (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Jul 2022 135,708 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged Rubbing on abs/pad warning wires (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2021 128,661 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jul 2020 106,027 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 102,460 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 84,944 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2017 67,435 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 53,876 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 41,456 miles

cracking to offside rear tyre inner sidewall

Fail 19 Jun 2015 41,456 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

cracking to offside rear tyre inner sidewall

front wipers worn

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?

Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
6,412
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
683,668
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 240,078
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 76,831
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 67,503
Brake pipe excessively corroded 66,298
coil spring broken 61,560
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LO12 HTJ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2012 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 71,143 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 240,078 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LO12 HTJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz C typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 14 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LO12 HTJ registered?

LO12 HTJ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 June 2012.

Is LO12 HTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO12 HTJ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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